Aduki Bean Soup with Ginger
A few weeks ago, I received an email from someone asking about aduki bean soup with ginger. I didn’t have a good place to direct him to, so I made the soup last week and wrote a recipe. My soup … Continued
Barley Lentil Soup
I am all about warming soups this time of year, true comfort food when the nights are damp and cold like they are in the Pacific Northwest right now. One of my favorite things to do is find locally grown … Continued
Vegetable Soup with Dumplings
Over a year ago I stumbled upon a recipe for Vegan Not-Chicken and Dumplings over at Bohemian Vegan Kitchen. The first time I made it, I followed the recipe almost exactly and wasn’t thrilled with the flavor of the broth. … Continued
Green Monster Soup
I developed this soup out of a desire to create a healing dish that is packed with minerals, deeply nourishing and relaxing; supportive of both the kidneys and liver. I am thrilled with the result. Enjoy! Black lentils are a … Continued
Adding Richness to Miso Soup
There are times, especially in the cooler months, when I crave a hearty, richer miso soup. A basic miso soup is mostly broth, with bits of wakame, maybe a few slices of daikon, shiitake mushroom, miso and a scallion garnish. … Continued
Osteoporosis Stew
I first made this bean soup for a friend about a year ago. We were looking for dishes to support bone health and this stew, with delicious black soy beans, sea vegetables and winter squash, is lovely and super nourishing. … Continued
Kinpira Soup
Kinpira soup is very strengthening. It is often recommended when someone needs deep nourishment and to build and strengthen their blood. It delivers an incredible plant-based boost in energy. The burdock, carrot and lotus root can be cut into either matchstick … Continued
Cauliflower Soup with Deep Fried Croutons and Parsley Oil
I hosted meal a few days ago. All my guests had a lovely time sharing a meal and inspired conversation. The food was delicious. It helped that my friend Jim was there, with his amazing ability to get everyone talking and … Continued
Turnip and Kale Soup with Leeks
Turnip and kale soup is a wonderful blend of winter and spring energies perfect for this time of year. The turnips are a tasty winter root vegetable and the leeks and kale add the fresh upward energy of spring. This … Continued
Virtual Vegan Potluck: Creamy Broccoli Soup with Pumpkin Seed Dulse Condiment
Welcome to The Virtual Vegan Potluck. It’s kind of fun to be in the middle of the potluck this time around. Last November I was near the end with my Hazelnut Stuffed Pears. Before we go any further, I want to … Continued